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Make the most of the beginning of the week by truly sanctifying Sundays. So, how do we keep the Lord’s day holy? Rather than provide a list of must do’s or things to avoid, I wanted to share some highlights from the Von Trapp family, and a few things that we do to prepare for…
When you first dive into homeschooling you may not even be aware that there are different methods of educating your child. This is one of the wonderful things about homeschooling. You can discover new and better ways to do things. You can discover what methods suit your family best and then head down that educational…
Finding the right morning routine for each of us can take some trial and error. Generally speaking, most of us are already following routines. From getting up in the mornings, to cooking breakfast, and brewing coffee. But often times, these routines need a little adjusting to ensure that we are being productive and getting the…
So, you’ve made it past the first big homeschool question. “Should we homeschool?” You may have struggled with that question for a while as you considered the many different educational options there are for your children. But now, you’ve decided and the next big question is, “How to homeschool?” Here is where the fun really starts, and…
Early in my marriage, a very wise priest once told me that home should be an extension of the church. When one walks into the catholic home, they should know that it is catholic. This is why the catholic home is often referred to as the domestic church. I have a post about creating a…
Nature study is a key piece of a Charlotte Mason education. And we often learn by observing nature that is around us. But midwest winters or other circumstances can make it a bit challenging. I’ve put together a list of our favorite nature study items to help supplement for rainy days or as an additional…
After moving into our new home, we have slowly been creating an atmosphere that is relaxing. It has taken a couple of years, but we have finally created a cozy bedroom for my husband and I to enjoy. I’m sharing a few of my favorite things that have made this space a great retreat for…
With the recent events in the world, many are needing to learn new skills. If you find yourself needing some homeschool tips or basics of getting started with homeschooling, stick around. I have some tips on how to make this homeschool thing work when you’ve never done it before. First things, this isn’t a typical…
Parenting and raising little ones isn’t an easy job. And sometimes motivating them to complete tasks can be challenging. So exactly how to get kids to do chores? I’m a firm believer in routines and structure. Especially for little ones. It really helps set our day in the right direction. Around here, it usually goes…
The hunt for modest dresses can sometimes be challenging. But over the years, I’ve discovered a few boutique modest dress shops that are tried and true. Plus, these shops are also budget friendly and often have great sales too! A wise priest once told me, modesty is not about looking as ugly as possible. And…
Spring is here and with it brings a feeling of refreshing the home. Whether you want to get a start on spring cleaning or create a system going forward, I’m sharing my favorite spring cleaning essentials. These are the essentials that I use and love here on the ranch. They keep all of that farm…
All natural Easter basket ideas that are free of toxic items. Including basket fillers, organic candy, and more ideas for a natural home. I’m sharing a few ways that we put together an Easter basket that is natural and also Catholic focused! And before the feast of the Resurrection, I have some great Preparing for…
Taking the time for date nights and including the children is such a great way to create unity with the whole family. In this post, I’m sharing a few of our favorite family date nights to do at home. Because life is pretty busy and sometimes we forget to take the time to slow down….
Picture books aren’t difficult to find, but many of them are full of twaddle. I’m sharing our top favorite picture books that are inspired by a Charlotte Mason education. First of all, what is twaddle? In the simplest of terms, it is any content which doesn’t inspire. It describes books that are a waste of…
There’s nothing like fresh, clean & bright white towels! And keeping them fresh, soft, fluffy, can be a little challenging sometimes. I’ve found a simple solution to keeping my bath towels white without any harsh chemicals. Sure, bleach works for keeping towels fresh and bright. But the chemicals give me a headache. And around here,…
Keeping a well stocked pantry helps for meal planning and staying on budget. When it comes to bulk shopping, I like to make sure that I’m stocking up on healthy pantry staples. And I like to do most of this through online ordering. There are a lot of places to choose from, but Azure Standard…
Looking for that perfect gift for the homemaker in your life? This holiday gift guide for homemakers list is compiled of favorite home tools and ideas that are way above the standard. There’s something to choose from a wide range of ideas. These ideas are picked from things that I use and love….and things that…
A Charlotte Mason preschool is a bit different from the traditional preschool education that most of us are used to. Preschool lessons also vary between each child and are dependent on student readiness. Do you have little ones who are eager to get started with school? When you’re a beginner homeschooler, everything can seem a…
New to homeschooling and not sure where to start? There are several different methods of homeschooling to choose from. And I’m going to share a little bit about a few of these methods. You may also like: homeschooling tips for beginners Choosing One of the Methods of Homeschooling The very first year that I started…
Learn how to teach picture study in the homeschool, based on the Charlotte Mason method. I’m sharing how our homeschool teaches picture study and my favorite resources for studying artists & their works. Recently, I shared how we were planning picture study in our homeschool year on Instagram. And I received questions about how we…
The Catholic Church has dedicated the month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. In this post, I’m sharing a bit about this devotion and just a few resources to bring the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus into your domestic church. “Take up my yoke upon you, and learn of me, because…
In this post, I’m sharing how I plan for the homeschool year. And my favorite lesson / teacher planner review with the Erin Condren Teacher Planner Binder. As we begin to wrap up the school year, I’m already deep in planning for the next school year. I’ve been a fan of using Erin Condren planners…
How do you set up a Catholic home altar? An important part of the domestic church is creating a place for family prayer. The family that prays together, stays together.” – Fr. Patrick Peyton The Catholic Home Altar This is a place that we use to gather together daily to pray the rosary, morning and…
It is that time of year, where we prepare for the very holy season of Lent in our Catholic home. We had a great discussion over on Instagram regarding preparations. And I’m sharing some of the ideas others have shared. As well as what we do in our little domestic church. Related: Bible Reading Journal…